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Hideaway – Dean Koontz
Dean Koontz’s Hideaway is a chilling tale of suspense and terror, exploring the dark side of human nature and the power of love.
The story follows Hatch Harrison, an antique dealer who is clinically dead for over 80 minutes after a car accident. When he is miraculously revived, he begins to experience strange dreams and visions that connect him to a psychopathic killer named Vassago.
Vassago believes that he is the human incarnation of one of the demon princes of Hell, and that if he murders enough innocent human beings and offers them up in sacrifice to his Master, he will be allowed to return to the afterlife and rule at Satan’s right hand.
As Hatch’s visions become more intense and he begins to feel the killer’s presence growing stronger within him, he realizes that he must find a way to stop Vassago before it’s too late. But how can he fight a killer who is seemingly one with him?
Hatch’s only hope is his wife, Lindsey. Lindsey is a strong and compassionate woman who is deeply in love with her husband. She is determined to help him overcome the darkness that is threatening to consume him.
But Lindsey is also in danger. Vassago has targeted her, believing that if he can destroy her, he will break Hatch’s spirit and make him more vulnerable to his control.
Hatch and Lindsey must race against time to stop Vassago before he can carry out his deadly plan. But to do so, they must first confront the darkness within themselves.
Koontz’s Hideaway is a masterfully crafted suspense novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. It is a story about the power of love, the resilience of the human spirit, and the ultimate battle between good and evil.
In addition to its suspenseful plot, Hideaway also explores a number of thought-provoking themes, such as:
- The nature of good versus evil
- The power of love and sacrifice
- The importance of family and friends
- The resilience of the human spirit
- The dark side of human nature
Koontz’s Hideaway is a must-read for fans of suspense, horror, and psychological thrillers. It is a novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading the last page.